forthwith
/-ˈwɪθ/
Meanings
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adverb
Immediately or without delay; at once.
Pronunciation
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/fɔɹθˈwɪθ/
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Synonyms
forthwithal
Variants
List of all variants of forthwith that leads to same resultforthwith
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From Old English forð wið, forðweard 'forth, away from this place' + wið 'with'. It originally meant 'away with' or 'quickly'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
The word 'forthwith' is often used in legal documents and formal writing to indicate that an action must be taken immediately.
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The phrase 'forth and back' is related to the word 'forthwith' as it originally meant 'to and fro' or 'back and forth'.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
Immediate: Related to the concept of something happening without delay or delaying further.
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Instantly: Synonymous with 'forthwith' but may be used to emphasize a more sudden or unexpected occurrence.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.In literature, 'forthwith' has been used to convey a sense of urgency or immediacy. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Macbeth', Banquo's ghost appears 'forthwith' after Macbeth's murder of him.
How to Memorize "forthwith"
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visualize
- Visualize a clock ticking and hands moving quickly to represent the idea of something happening 'forthwith' or immediately.
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associate
- Associate the word 'forthwith' with the image of a runner crossing the finish line to represent the idea of something happening quickly and without delay.
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mnemonics
- Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'forth' meaning 'away from here' and 'with' meaning 'quickly' to help remember the meaning of the word.
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